1 CITATION
44 total dogs
Dirty pen doors
Dirty pen doors
“at least four enclosures housing dogs had a build-up of dirt and grime on the in/out doors”
Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel
Horrible Hundred
Hallsville, MO
Breeder Snapshot
Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel is a USDA-licensed dog breeder in Hallsville, Missouri. Pawthenticity has 18 USDA inspections on file, with the earliest from 2015. The most recent was April 3, 2025, with 25 dogs on site. Across these inspections, USDA inspectors have documented 16 citations. See the inspection timeline below with dog counts, violation categories, inspector quotes, and links to the original PDF reports.
- Recent Dog Total
- 25
- USDA Citations
- 16
- USDA License
- 43-A-0209
- USDA License Exp
- 8/6/2026
Breed(s) Offered
According to public sources, Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel raises the following breed(s): Dachshund, Mini Dachshund.
Compiled from publicly available sources, which may include breeders' public listings, inspection reports, pet store records, and Certificates of Veterinary Inspections (CVIs). While we strive for accuracy, this information may not be accurate, current, or complete.
USDA Inspections
USDA inspectors visit licensed dog breeders to check that their facilities meet federal Animal Welfare Act standards — housing, food and water, veterinary care, sanitation, and how the dogs are handled. Each visit produces a public report through the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS). For citations, we've included the first sentence of the report. Click the PDF to read the entire inspection.
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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2 CITATIONS33 total dogs8 y/o Dachshund (Snake Eyes) missing teeth, tartar, red gums7 y/o Dachshund (Mr. Whiskers) tongue hanging out, worn teeth, tartar
“There were two dogs at the facility with dental conditions. An approximately 8 year old male long haired black and tan Dachshund, 'Snake Eyes' ... had some teeth that appeared to be missing and a heavy buildup of tan to brown to greyish material ... The gums over both upper canine teeth were red and inflamed and had receded. ... An approximately 7 year old male red and white wire haired Dachshund, 'Mr. Whiskers' ... had his tongue hanging out of the right side of his mouth. ... some teeth that appeared worn down and some teeth with a heavy buildup of tan to brown to dark grey material. The gums over both upper canine teeth were red and inflamed with some recession present.”
Feces buildup in pens“Most of the enclosures on the outdoor portion of the sheltered building contained greater than a day's worth of fecal material ... the amount of fecal material present made it difficult for the animals to avoid walking in it.”
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47 total dogsNo findings
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57 total dogsNo findings
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59 total dogsNo findings
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62 total dogsNo findings
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4 CITATIONS56 total dogs8 y/o Dachshund red gums, tartar
“An 8 year-old female Dachshund ... was found to have reddened gums along some of her teeth and a heavy deposit of dark brown/tan material ... There were also areas where the gums had receded along the teeth. In addition, there was a heavy amount of brown/tan sponge-like material, that appeared to be food, covering the lower back teeth on both sides of her mouth”
Incomplete dog records“While reviewing the APHIS Forms 7005, 'Record of Acquisition of Dogs and Cats on Hand', a total of 10 dogs that were in the possession of the licensee were not accounted for on the form. In addition, the date and method of disposition of 12 dogs were missing from the record.”
Chewed boxes, broken panel, sharp wire point“There were surfaces within some of the dog enclosures which had jagged edges and/or sharp points. ... several plastic whelpingGiving birth to puppies. boxes that had varying amounts of chewed and roughened edges. ... a plastic-type panel that was broken with sharp edges ... A small exposed sharp wire point ... was also observed”
Dirty doors and hair buildup in pens“There were multiple surfaces at the facility with a build-up of dirt, hair and/or grime. ... at least five enclosures housing adult dogs had in/out doors with a heavy build-up of dirt and grime. ... There was also a large accumulation of hair located directly in front of at least four enclosures with adult dogs.”
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53 total dogsNo findings
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50 total dogsNo findings
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2 CITATIONS47 total dogsLoose floorboard with gaps
“In the outdoor portion of a sheltered building, there was an enclosure housing two adult Dachshunds with flooring in disrepair. ... The floorboard had decreased security and the gaps were large enough for the dogs' feet and/or legs to pass through ...”
Flies and gnats in indoor facility“There were numerous flies and gnat-like insects observed within the indoor portion of the sheltered facility ... around a drain located in the middle of the whelpingGiving birth to puppies. room, near enclosures housing weaned puppies, and around a sink/counter area ... fly bait products ... were not effective”
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4 CITATIONS54 total dogs7 1/2 y/o Dachshund (Toy Soldier) dental disease
“A 7 1/2 year-old male, chocolate and tan, long haired Dachshund ... 'Toy Soldier', had a dental condition. There was a heavy deposit of dark brown/tan material on both sides of the upper and lower teeth. The gums appeared reddened and there were areas where the gums had receded along the teeth. ... no follow up contact with a veterinarian to schedule an appointment for the dog’s dental had been made”
Strong ammonia smell in sheltered building“A strong ammonia odor was noticed within the indoor portion of the sheltered whelpingGiving birth to puppies. building. ... There was a ventilation fan in the room, but it was not turned on ... several windows ... were all closed during the inspection.”
Chewed birthing boxesSharp fencing edges“Two separate enclosures, each housing a dam and her puppies, contained a plastic whelpingGiving birth to puppies. box with a corner that had a chewed and roughened edge. Also ... coated wire fencing with edges that appeared rough and/or sharp.”
Incomplete medical records“The applicant was maintaining some animal medical records by various methods; however the facility could not provide complete medical records with dates and/or animal identifications for some dogs’ examinations, test results, treatments, etc. ... there were no written records available for most of the adult dogs that the applicant stated had been given distemper and parvovirus vaccines ... Treatment plans and procedures had not been documented for a dog that had been examined ... for a skin condition on her ear tips.”
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51 total dogsNo findings
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38 total dogsNo findings
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1 CITATIONAttempted
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1 CITATION48 total dogsFeces buildup in pens
“In approximately 8 enclosures housing approximately 22 dogs there was an excess build up of feces inside the outdoor portion of the enclosures.”
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48 total dogsNo findings
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25 total dogsNo findings
Counts include adults and puppies. The dog-count color shows kennel size: green for smaller kennels, yellow for mid-size, and red for the largest (150 or more dogs). In the findings column, a red finding marks a critical citation.
Horrible Hundred
The Humane Society’s “Horrible Hundred” is an annual report that highlights dog breeders across the United States with repeated or serious animal-welfare concerns. Below is a summary of the concerns noted in the report(s):
2013: Matted and dirty dogs; Limping dogs; Strong ammonia odor
2014: Overgrown nails; Swollen eye; Compliant inspection
2016: Excessive feces; Advanced dental disease; Repeat violations
2022: Unsanitary conditions; Poor dental health; Dangerous surfaces
2023: Dangerous conditions; Insect infestation; Repeat violations
2024: Strong odor; Unsafe conditions; Poor veterinary care
Click a year to open that report, or learn more about the Horrible Hundred here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel a USDA-licensed dog breeder?
Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel is registered with the U.S. Department of Agriculture under license number 43-A-0209. The license expiration date on file is 8/6/2026. For current license status, check the USDA APHIS public database.
How many dogs did Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel have at the most recent USDA inspection?
USDA's most recent inspection counted 25 total dogs on site. This count includes adults and puppies, and reflects that specific day.
How many USDA citations does Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel have on record?
Across all USDA inspections on file, inspectors have documented 16 citations. You can see the full breakdown in the inspection list above.
Where is Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel located?
Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel's facility is registered in Hallsville, MO according to USDA records.
Has Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel held more than one USDA license?
Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel's current USDA license is 43-A-0209. If a previous license is listed in the profile header above, this breeder has held more than one USDA license over time.
Where can I view Beverly Hargis — Hargis' Sunshines Kennel's original USDA inspection reports?
Every inspection on this profile links to the original USDA PDF — the same document inspectors filed. Click any inspection above to open the source report.
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Pawthenticity summarizes public inspection records from USDA APHIS to help people make informed decisions. The findings, citation codes, and dates shown are drawn directly from those records and reflect conditions documented on the inspection date(s) shown — they may not reflect current operations. Category and severity labels are our summary of the USDA's own findings, not independent judgments about a breeder. If you believe any information here is inaccurate or out of date, please submit a correction.
